1957 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A135 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
